Artist Will Rochfort speaks about his Peter Pan inspired oil painting, "First Night"

Celebrated artist, Will Rochfort speaks with Brady Schwind, Executive Director of The Arts of Imagination Foundation (AOIF) about his epic new oil painting, "First Night," which celebrates the first ever performance of PETER PAN in 1904. Renowned for his unique narrative style, Will's painting, which he calls "the most complicated he has ever worked on" is a stunning work that celebrates the imaginative spirit that lives in us all. The commissioned piece is being made publicly available as part of AOIF's continuing efforts to illuminate how stories and art influence our culture and inspire personal discovery. The Arts of Imagination Foundation, 501(c)(3) preserves timeless stories and their inspired artwork, elevating our understanding of their cultural influence. With a growing collection that encompasses both historically significant works and new commissions, The Arts of Imagination Foundation brings art and story into unique environments to provide personally resonant conversations. Inquiries and donations: [email protected] For more information about Will Rochfort visit www.williamrochfort.com 0:00 My name is Will Rochfort 0:18 Why do you love painting? 5:00 What is it about your paintings that draws people to them? 6:24 What have you learned about people through painting them? 11:12 What was your favorite part about creating "First Night?" 17:00 What was the biggest challenge in creating "First Night?" 18:21 Why do you think art and story are important? 20:00 For you, what does it mean to do something "well?" 22:09 Why did you discard earlier concept ideas for the composition of "First Night?" 24:00 What did you learn doing while creating "First Night?" 29:32 Will takes us on a tour of "First Night?"